Mussels Provencale

Dive into the coastal flavors of southern France with Mussels Provençale, a classic dish that brings the vibrant Mediterranean to your table. This recipe features tender, fresh mussels simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth of ripe tomatoes, dry white wine, and herbs like thyme and oregano. The savory base, enriched with sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of butter, delivers a rich, aromatic depth that pairs beautifully with crusty bread for sopping up every drop of the flavorful sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this elegant yet approachable dish is perfect for a weeknight treat or an impressive dinner party starter. Keywords: mussels recipe, Provençale cuisine, Mediterranean seafood, quick mussels dish, French mussels recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup vegetable stock (or seafood stock)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 loaf crusty bread, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Inspect the mussels and discard any that are cracked or do not close when tapped. Rinse them thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and slightly foamy.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, being careful not to let the garlic burn.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and form a chunky sauce.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and vegetable stock, then add the thyme leaves and oregano. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Season the broth with salt and black pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasoning as necessary.

Step 8

Carefully add the mussels to the simmering broth, spreading them out evenly. Cover the pan with a lid and let the mussels cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they have opened. Discard any mussels that have not opened after cooking.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the mussels and give everything a gentle stir.

Step 10

Serve the mussels with the broth in shallow bowls, accompanied by slices of crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2299.7 grams (2299.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2794

Total Fat 79.20g	102%
Saturated Fat 20.30g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 543mg	181%
Sodium 6761mg	294%
Total Carbohydrate 329.60g	120%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 28.30g
Protein 158.60g	317%

Vitamin D 683IU	3416%
Calcium 659mg	51%
Iron 53mg	293%
Potassium 4601mg	98%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.7%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 49.5%